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NIST Releases Overview of its Assessing Risks and Impacts of AI (ARIA) Program | JD Supra

Dec 23, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

Assessing Risks and Impacts of AI (ARIA) is a research program by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) aimed at developing evaluation methods and criteria that assess AI’s risks and impacts in real-world scenarios. NIST recently released the ARIA Evaluation Design Document, which details the nature, structure, and objectives of the program.
The EU Updates its Products Liability Directive to Include AI | JD Supra

Dec 13, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

On Dec. 8, the European Union (EU) updated its Product Liability Directive (PLD) to, inter alia, specifically address AI software. This directive must next be “transposed,” or written into law by each of the 27 member states. The PLD specifically calls out software developers as product manufacturers, and expands the scope of product to include software, although there are some intricacies related to open-source software.
Key Takeaways from Digital Health Counsel 2024 AI Summit | JD Supra

Nov 5, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Katherine Duncan |Zach Harned |Jennifer Lin

Walking away from Digital Health Counsel 2024 AI Summit, the stunning impact that AI and data-powered innovation are making on healthcare is undeniable. Organized by Ogden Murphy Wallace and sponsored by Fenwick, the summit was a fantastic opportunity to connect and exchange ideas with fellow lawyers, in-house professionals, and industry leaders leading the way in this exciting space. Here are a few takeaways from the panels we spoke on and the week in general:AI governance is taking center stage.
White House Issues Memorandum on Fostering the Safety, Security, and Trustworthiness of Artificial Intelligence | JD Supra

Oct 28, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

As required under the October 30, 2023, Executive Order 14110 on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the White House issued a memorandum providing further direction on appropriately harnessing AI models and AI-enabled technologies in the U.S. government.
EDPB and the Role of DPAs Under the EU AI Act | JD Supra

Jul 18, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) recently adopted a statement suggesting the Data Protection Authorities’ (DPAs) role with regard to the EU AI Act recently published in the Official Journal of the EU. The EDPB noted that DPAs are already experienced in handling the impact of AI on fundamental rights.
WIPO Publishes Massive 'Patent Landscape Report' on Generative AI | JD Supra

Jul 12, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

If you're looking for a global update on the world of patents and generative AI (GenAI), look no further than the recent Patent Landscape Report: Generative AI by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Not only will it bring you up to speed on who's filing the most GenAI patents, who's publishing the most GenAI research, and which countries most GenAI patents are coming out of, but it also contains a number of unexpected gems like the one found in the quote below.
SEC Enforcement of 'AI Washing' May Just Be Getting Started | JD Supra

Jun 24, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

In February, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler gave stern warnings regarding the practice of “AI Washing,” that is, companies exaggerating or otherwise misrepresenting their use of AI and machine learning technology. We’ve also seen enforcement activity from the SEC on this front in recent settlements with Delphia and Global Predictions.
Technological Challenges for Regulatory Thresholds of AI Compute | JD Supra

Jun 21, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

Generally, larger AI models that require sizable compute for training are more likely to be subject to regulation and additional compliance requirements. But, some new technological methods, such as novel model architectures (like the Mixture of Agents approach) and distributed compute, may challenge compute-based regulation.
Developments Toward Standardizing AI 'Red Teaming' | JD Supra

Jun 18, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

AI “red teaming” involves simulating attacks on AI systems to uncover vulnerabilities and enhance security. It is becoming an increasingly important practice, as regulatory frameworks—such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)—emphasize the importance of red teaming. Additionally, some AI vendors may require red teaming in order to benefit from certain indemnification commitments.
The FTC's five don'ts for companies using AI chatbots | JD Supra

Jun 14, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Zach Harned

June 14, 2024 To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: The Federal Trade Commission has posted a new Business Blog highlighting five important don'ts for companies employing AI-powered chatbots: Don’t misrepresent what these services are or can do. Don’t offer these services without adequately mitigating risks of harmful output.